The Gage County Detention Center is accepting applications for a full time Correctional Officer. Minimum starting wage is $15.18 per hour, could be higher depending on experience. Benefit package is included. The current position is for the night shift.

DEFINITION OF POSITION

To perform a variety of tasks in the day-to-day operation and management of the Detention Center. To supervise and control the daily activities of incarcerated inmates in the Detention Center through combining independent judgment and policy and procedures.

JOB RELATIONSHIP

The Correctional Officer is directly responsible to the Correctional Sergeant and in his/her absence, the Jail Director and/or Sheriff.

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must be 19 years old with a high school diploma or GED. No felony convictions. Valid Nebraska driver’s license is required. Pre-placement psychological testing and a physical will be conducted. Applicants will be required to pass a written exam and background check prior to interviews.

Applications can be obtained at the Gage County Sheriff’s Office or online at http://www.gagecountysheriff.us